Local ads note sales and prospects across town
Try Home's coal and medicine glass priced at 15 cents. C B Coburn & Co lists 63 Market Street. Henry H Harris offers a Europe tour prospectus. First National bank property sold to Central Savings via Shepard & Fuller. Old Ladies' Home patrons meet January 2 at 3 PM. J L Chalifoux runs a sweeping inventory reduction sale with odds and ends marked 66 to 60 cents on the dollar. Winter stock closure prompts rare bargains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Medicine Glass
C. B. Coburn & Co
Market Street
Europe
Henry H. Harris
First National Bank
Central Savings Bank
Agence of
Shepard & Fuller
Old Ladies’ Home
J. L. Chalifoux’s
Personal notices from a Detroit area page
Miss K Virginia Keith of Detroit visits sister Mrs Chas Kirkland at Highlands WW. Biggs of Montreal vacationing with C H Baley at Whitelys on Lawrence Street. Thomas Todd improving at St Johns Hospital with hoped better recovery. W P Hovey reports a successful Springfield Ohio trip with Boston Ideals. C I Hood Co. to see John S Chandler retire after nine years in medical and testimonial work and advertising copy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
K. Virginia Keith
Detroit
Mich
Chas. B. Kirkland
Burtt Street
Highlands
W. P. Hovey
Springfield
Ohio
Boston
C. I. Hood Co
John S. Chandler
Coiy
Chandler
Trolley to Boston Opens New Lowell Route to Medford
Boston and Northern Street Railway unveils a new Lowell to Medford service via East Merrimack Nesmith and Rogers streets. Express cars with four motors promise rapid transit to Medford with 1h40m Lowell to Medford Square and 2h15m to Scollay Square. Fares range from 5 to 26 cents, with connections to Reading Wakefield Peabody Salein Stoneham Melrose Malden and Lynn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston and Northern Street Railway Company
Boston
East Merrimack
Nesmith
Rogers Streets
Lowell
Tewksbury
Wilmington
North Woburn
Woburn
Winchester
Medford
Boston Elevated Railway Company
Boston Elevated Railway Co
Reading
Wakefield
Peabody
Salein
Stoneham
Melrose
Malden
Lynn
Medford Square
WaHilis ton Congregational Church Meeting Report
Port land Maine parishioners of WaHilis ton Congregational Church pleased by full pew rents and all year expenses covered. Benevolent gifts totalled 7006 dollars. Clerk notes steady gains in church and Sunday school with 46 new members under Rev Dr Smith Baker, whose Lowell reputation remains strong.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
WaHiliston Congregational Church
Portland
Smith Baker
Lowell
Baker
Young Women's Christian Association Midweek Service Notice
The annual mid week service at the Young Women's Christian association will be held Wednesday evening at 7 30 and will take the form of a New Year's promise meeting. All girls and women are cordially invited to be present and give a promise for the new year. The praise service will be conducted by Miss Bennett and there will be special singing. A special invitation is extended to strangers in the city. The boys and girls who found skites in their Christmas stockings are anxiously looking for the sign Good skating at Lakeview.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Young Women's Christian Association
Aromise
Miss Bennett
Elrangers
Lakeview
Aromatic Cordial Elixir for Nervous Weakness
A historical ad notes Nervous Weakness linked to pale appearance and deranged nutrition. It promotes an Aromatic Cordial Elixir as a nerve and brain remedy, claimed to redden lips and cheeks, prevent constipation, and spare teeth. Hood Co. Lowell Mass offers it at $1 with a Peptiron guarantee refund if unmet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. I. Hood Co
Lowell
Mass
New Year party at Vesper boat house hosts college guests
Miss Jennie Hylan Miss Florence Plunkett Miss Elinor Palmer and Miss Rita Talbot hosted a New Year Eve gathering at the Vesper boat house last night. Eight to ten colleges were represented as guests arrived until past 9. A German with favor tables followed by 11 oclock refreshments marked the midnight welcome. Out of town attendees mainly from colleges enjoyed games and a festive countdown with fruit punch and a bell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vesper Boat House
Jennie Hylan
Florence Plunkett
Elinor Palmer
Rita Talbot
Charles D. Palmer
Edwin J. Hylan
Marietta R. Jefferson
Fanny Plunkett
Mathews Temperance Institute Elects Officers In Mansur Hall
The Mathews Temperance Institute held its semi annual election in Mansur block hall with large turnout. Elected by acclamation: President John J. Murphy, Vice President Thomas H. Gallagher, R. S. Humphrey F. Sullivan, F. S. James F. Rourke, Treasurer Patrick O Neil, Spiritual Director Rev W George Mullin. Regular officers include Joseph Kane Timothy Feeley John V Donoghue. trustees William Quirk James McGreevy Bernard Kane. literary Joseph McVey Henry Barrington Willan McMahon. marshal William Hunt. Ballot results showed a tight race for the marshal post. second ballet elected William Smith. Middlesex orchestra to play at next Tuesday’s banquet. caterer Harris named.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mathews Temperance Institute
Mansur Block
John J. Murphy
Thomas H. Gallagher
R. S
Humphrey F. Sullivan
F. S
James F. Rourke
Patrick O'Neil
W. George Mullin
Board of Examiner
William Smith
William Hunt
Smith
Middlesex Orchestra
Mr. Harris
Parker's Pickaninnies Delight Canton Pawtucket Audience
May Parker's Lil Ue Pickaninnies and Concert company performed in Odd Fellows hall under Canton Pawtucket. Noted soloists included May Parker Bertha Webb Ada Baker and Robert Evans with the Pickminnies Richard Sparrow Joseph Scott Alexander Walker and Little Phil. Violin solos and Webb Parker Baker trio impressed while Evans baritone and the Little Pickaninnies specialties drew applause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
May Parker
Odd Fellows Hall
Canton Pawtucket
Bertha Webb
Ada Baker
Robert Evans
Richard Sparow
Joseph Scott
Alexander Walker
Little Phil
Miss Webb
Misses Webb
Parker and Baker
Mr. Evans
Middlesex Trust Expands Safety Deposit Boxes in Lowell
Lowell changes force old banks to abandon locations prompting locals to seek new safety boxes. Middlesex Trust company increases its facilities offering modern steel vaults in a fireproof Lowell building across from the Central fire station. Box renters keep sole keys, stores ordinary goods at no extra charge, and pledge strong security claimed superior to Boston. Officers Parker, Trulli, Knapp, Wilson invite residents of Lowell and surrounding towns to inspect deposits, with interest 2 1 2 percent on 500 balances and Saturday hours.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jewell
Railroad
First National
Central Savings Banks
Middlesex Trust Company
Lowell
Central Fire Station
Boston
The
Percy Parker
Larkin T. Trulli
Carlos L. Knapp
Safety Deposit Department
Albert B. Wilson
Dracut
Tyngsboro
Tewksbury
Billerica
Chelmsford
Carlsle
Westford
New Hampshire
Court Middlesex F of A Celebrates 18th Anniversary Night
The Middlesex County Court of the Ancient Free and Accepted Masons held its 18th anniversary with a concert and dance. An address of welcome opened the program, followed by songs and piano pieces, a reading, and a catered feed. The event featured Glimore’s five piece orchestra and a 14-number dance set that kept guests dancing past midnight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court Middlesex
F. of A
J. T. Geary
Thomas Carty
Charles Carey
W. J. Gillmore
J. J. Cody
James
Willam J. Collins
John J. Brrows
John Jones
Allen Whalen
Daniel Sullivan
Bernard Meehan
John Cody
John H. Collins
J. Slack
W. J. Liggins
J. J. Dunn
A. E. Roundtree
Jas. Coleman
J. Duddy
P. F. Kennedy
W. Collins
Seventh Annual Bunting Club Concert and Ball
The U S Bunting Cricket and Athletic Club held its seventh annual concert and ball at Associate hall last evening. Over 2000 people attended as the orchestra directed by Emil Lavignuer accompanied solos by Messrs Gorman Foster and others. The program included songs, dances, overtures, and a grand march led by Michael Gorman and Jody. Officers and patrons listed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U. S. Bunting Cricket and Athletic Club
Clab
New Year Social and Mt Zion Lodge Installations
A New Year’s Eve social at Good Templars hall by Mt Zion lodge 1 O 4 T proved successful with cornet and violin solos readings and orchestral selections. Committees included Nathaniel A. Houston Mrs L F Crawford Maude Mountfeed and Edith Williams. Lexington council A O U M elected officers led by Chancellor J H Richardsoun and secretarys. Installations set for January jth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Good Templars
Mt. Zion Lodge
Gertrude Pratt
Veda ‘Rawford
Margaret Dowsging
Charles Martin
Frank Churchington
Florence Jancey
Eva S. Pratt
Nathaniel A. Houston
L. F. Crawford
Maude M. Mountfeed
Edith Williams
Prominent Lowell Residents Die Over Year
A year of Lowell deaths lists many local figures with dates from January to December. Names include James Tweed, Mrs L A Grover, Obadiah Richardson, Henry Farrington, J Henry Read, James O’Brien, and others. The compiled obituaries mark loss across months, with several individuals noted on January through December.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lowell
James Tweed
L. A. Grover
Obadiah W. Richardson
Henry Farrington
J. Henry Read
Toledo
Ohio
James O'Brien
Joel A. Abbott
Wiliam J. Kappter
New Year Banquet For Devil's Daughter Company
Manager Van Osten hosted a New Year’s Eve banquet for his 46 member cast at the Merrimac house. The Jelly affair featured an elaborate menu prepared by Landlord Murphy, reflecting the high standard of performances under Van Osten’s management.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
van Osten
The
Devil's Daughter Company
Music Hall
Merrimac House
Murphy
Church Movement Guided by Auburn Seminary Leader
Rev. George R. Stewart D D president of Auburn Theological Seminary spoke at First Presbyterian Church on Wednesday evening January 1. The Presbyterian General Assembly appointed a committee last May to promote a church wide movement and Dr Stewart is a member, working to advance this cause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George R. Stewart
D. D
Auburn Theological Seminary
First Presbyterian Church
General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church
Stewart
Boy Loses Fingertip in Mill Gear Accident
Fourteen year old Ercis Stroy of 7 Dutton Street suffered a severe crush injury to the second finger of his left hand when it was caught in a gear while cleaning at Hamilton Mills yesterday. Amputation below the second joint was performed after treatment at the Emergency Hospital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ercis Stroy
Dutton Street
Hamilton Mills
Lawrence Mills Hose Room Strike Over Wage Cut
All employees in the seamless hose room at Lawrence mills went on strike except three after one man suffered an unspecified act. The strikers protested and left. A 10 percent wage reduction will apply to all who joined the strike.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence Mills
Fraternal Officers Elected In Multiple Lodges
Glenlin Iidge and S. K. Vires lodge members elected six month terms with officers named for W P Stewart treasurer Fenderson Kilpar trick Trask Chesley Peacock Parrington and others. installation set for June 7 conducted by Isaac B. Rumaine. Garfield colony Pilgrim Fathers appoints officers Frances Istabrovuk Tina Marshall Martha Spinall Edwin Howe Mary Winslow Franklin Wilson and others with installation on January 7 1902.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James T. Trask
J. R. Peacock
Kilpartrick
P. G
J. FE. Parrington
Isaac B. Rumaine
Supreme Colony
Wm. W. Marshall
Thos. H. Husband
Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets Ad
If troubled with a weak digestion belching sour stomach or dull after eating try Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets Price 25 cents All druggists
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Price
All Druggista
Clubs and the Cuisine in Sunday Women’s Pages
A Sunday paper’s women’s section uses the heading Clubs and the Cuisine to evoke Mr. Pickwick’s line about chops and tomato sauce. The phrase signals a feature blending social clubs with food topics in a period-appropriate tone.
Putnam Guards Hold Complimentary Dance at Lowell Armory
Nearly 1000 attendees including dancers and spectators gathered at the Lowell armory for a complimentary dance hosted by Company G of the Putnam Guards Sixth Regiment. Capt. William Fairweather led as general manager with First Lieut George Howard and Pearl Durrell as assistants. The event featured division chiefs, corps staff, and a Cadet orchestra providing music.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lowell Armory
Putnam Guards
William Fairweather
George Howard
Pearl Durrell
Corp
James Meehan
Michael Harrington
John Caldwell
Charles Dane
Charles Draper
F. R. Leclaire
Harry Miller
A. J. Bobille
Fred Thisse
Edward Leclaire
Powell Fawcett
James Harrington
Cadet Orchestra
Happy Hibernians Dance At Hi Bernian Hall
The Division 28 A. O. H. grand social and dance drew over 50 couples to Hibernian hall. Middlesex orchestra supplied five musicians for 20 dance numbers, with dancing lasting until midnight. Officers include General Manager Peter Malone and Reception Committee members Dan Powers and John Mahoney.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hibernian Hall
Middlesex Orchestra
Peter Malone
Patrick Wrenn
Michael [. McDermott
John
Assidy
William McManus
Dennis Manning
Bart Fleming
Daniel Powers
Daniel Donnelly
John P. Mahoney
John Parker
Michael Mullqueeney
James O'Sullivan
Michael Hessian
Night Watch Service Brought Together City M E Churches
A union watch night service of all Methodist Episcopal churches gathered at Worthen Street church with large attendance. Rev J H MacDonald preached, Rev George M Smiley led a stove feast, Rev George H Clark addressed youths, and a light luncheon followed. The consecration service lasted until midnight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Worthen Street
J. H. MacDonald
St. Paul's Church
George M. Smiley
Highland Church
George H. Clark
Central Church
May Blossom and Desperate Game At Opera House
The Corse Payton Stock company presented May Blossom yesterday afternoon to strong approval. Evening show featured A Desperate Game with Corbett Girard Crolius Linden and Lombard in the cast. Specialties met the high standard and drew renewed applause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Opera House
Corse Payton Stock Company
Corbett
Girard
Mr. Crolius
Miss Linden
Miss Lombard
Royal Rival at Opera House Debuts William Faversham
A Royal Rival is a new romantic play in four acts set in Madrid. William Faversham stars at the Opera House on Monday evening January 6. The story follows Don Caesar de Bazan a reckless cavalier whose duels are for honor and protecting the weak. A lavish production with 80 dancers in a palace reception marks Act III. Supporting cast includes Snitz Edwards James Kearney N L Jelenko Joseph Weber Raymond Chase Miss Julie Opp Maggie Fisher Claire McDowell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Faversham
Opera House
Madrid
Don Caesar de Bazan
Marquis of Montifore
New Year vaudeville thrills at the Savoy venue
The Savoy opens New Year with a lively bill featuring Mrs Welcher in Breach of Promise, Eugene Ellsworth and Madze Burt in Domestic Pets, ventriloquist Vernon, Louis Pritzkow and Mable Little, Mr and Mrs Ashby, Charles E Welch, and P J Kenyon. The show runs through the week with strong laughs and clever acts, including a standout dog and cat routine and striking statuary performances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Savoy
Welcher
Eugene Ellsworth
Madze Burt
Mr. Ellsworth
Alcvre
Burt
Tom
Tootsie
Jim
Gardner
Featherstone
Walter Guild
Vernon
Louis Pritzkow
Mable Little
Aas Sopran
Little
P. J. Kenyon
The Devil's Daughter at Music hall in Lowell
Last two chances today to see The Devil's Daughter Pan American success at Music hall shows. City Club Burles quers perform Friday and Saturday with The City Club at the Sea side and The City Club at the Pan-American acts full of fun, dancing, singing, and comedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Music Hall
Lowell
Gardners
Lane Sisters
Ferguson and
Watson
Grace Leonard
Lew Harvey
Teeth Showing Ads Spark Confidence in Tooth Powder Brands
Pictures of actresses displaying their teeth are seen as overly suggestive and may undermine audience trust in the actresses talents and the brand. Advertisers weigh the impact of smiling images on perceived professionalism and credibility.
German Social Ball Celebrates First Annual Event
The Arbeiter Kranken und Sterbe Kasse a progressive German society in the city held its first annual ball at Burbank hall last evening. More than 100 couples enjoyed an excellent dance program with J. F. Ischi as general manager. Refreshments were served at intervals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
der Arbeiter Kranken Und
Burbank Hall
J. F. Ischi
New Year Bargains at Carleton & Hovey
The Beginning and the End announces New Year's Day as the last chance to secure bargains at Carleton & Hovey 236 Merrimack St. on fine holiday goods. Limited stock remains including imported China sets manicures and smoking nets, military brushes, hair brushes, leather goods, travel cases, perfumes, atomizers all sacrificed at less than cost with quality guaranteed or money refunded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carleton & Hovey
Merrimack St
Adverts Seen in Courier Seeks Local Response
Reader notes that an advertisement appeared in the Courier and invites advertisers to confirm receipt and engage locally for sales. The message emphasizes leveraging newspaper exposure for direct outreach to potential customers.
Men’s Rainproof Coats offer practical protection and value
Rainproof coats are presented as essential attire for any man. Described features include covert cloth, Oxford, three tan shades, vertical pockets, lapped seams, three inch cuffs, extra length, and a special value at $10 with ocher grades listed from $15 to $18.
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Leslie Stuart
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Ayotte Brothers
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Osmond
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Beyer
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William Carnock
Thomas Robinson
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George Bailey
Arthur Simpson
Robert Winters
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Fred Bennett
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John Briggs
Joseph Rawnsley
William J. Carpester
F. A. Fortier
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William J. Robinson
J. W. Gregg
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Nelson Palin
William Croft
Wright Whiteley
Samuel Wuake
Cornelius Lee
William EE. Walsh
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Am. Butterfield
John G. Jackson
Walter Hird
James G. Birtwell
C. A. R. Dimon
Isuder Ames
George FE. Patnaum
C. H. Hanson
John T. Spirks
W. H. J. Hayes
J. H. Carmichael
A. C.jadwck
A. G. Thompson
M. Paul Hutler
J. W. McAvoy
John C. Wilson
F. H. Rourke
Josiah Harriman
J. H. Conlon
J. H. McKinley
D. T. Finnegan
Herbert Rowley
Alfred Bailey
Wiliam H. Mitchell
George Witchener
C Bailey
William A. Cornock
MT. Zion
Lexington
J. H. Richardsoun
M. Db. Burns
Robert Neilson
Charles H. Clough
C. H. Bond
T. R. Scott
KK. L. Wood
W. N. Woodward
H. C. Brown
W. H. Dane
William Robinson
William D. Joyce
Daniel Gage
Stanley Richardson
Frank Jo Fester
William Fester Shaw
J. A. Tortel
O. M. II
Thomas Enright
Thomas Walsh
L. J. McDonough
William HH. Smith
William Waugh
H. ©. Duganne
Charles H. Bugbee
J. G. Hill
Henry, Howe
John W. Flynn
William W. Goodale
Joseph Pindar
J. B. Trueworthy
J. H. Spillane
Michael J. Gallagher
Charles F. McDonald
Lorenzo Phelps
Foster Perham
Sister Mary Matilda
W. A. Delmage
William H. Valentine
Michael Brady
Addison Putnam
George R. Davis
Richard G. Sparks
Charlotte Bates Allen
J. J. Judkins
Joseph Desjardins
Thomas H. Connell
A. V. Partridge
Thomas D. Hartford
T. J. Enright
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James P. Dugdale
Paul T. Connell
P. M. Gagnon
John Dion
Walter M. Lancaster
Worcester
Ludlow D. Churchill
Asahel D. Puffer
T. G. Tweed
Catherine Fay
Mary Wight
Benjamin F. Stevens
T. M. Colwell
Chicago
Sister Beatrice
Indian Camp
William J. Coughlin
Avon
Jeremiah Crowley
Horatio Wood
Artemas St. Tyler
Albion C. Taylor
George F. Offutt
Dolores Smaller
William E. Bissell
John Boyd
Ira M. Chase
James J. Comerford
James M. Palmer
James J. Morris
John Feeney
H. W. B. Wightman
Robert V. Saunders
S. K. Vires Lodge
K. of
H. E. Thompson
A. J. Trenlo
John E. Shaw
Walter S. Shaw
Mr. McPherson
K. R
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A. E. Joy
J. HY. Breton
Charles Dan
George E. Varney
Grand Lodge
Sc. E. Mansur
Happy Hibernians
Watch Night Services
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William Faversham IN
A Roy
Savoy Theatre
Jaars
Courier
Mafra
Intervale Mills
Quinebaug
Conn
Effie L. Palmer
Sbriglia Method
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Lowall
Uary
Edgar A. Barrell
Swan Building
Tremont Stest
Pawtucketville
Grand Street
Belviders
High Street
W. & Dodue, Buranees' Heom
Central St
W. P. Brazer & CO
Hatters and Outfitters
Central, Cor. Market Sts
E. W. Young’s
Hildreth
Rhodes’ New Hair Store
Adams
W CE. Potter
W. E. Potter & Son
Hildreth Building
Snyder Bros
OT Dentista
Merkrimack Street
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